WEB ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT AND DISCLAIMER

Last updated June 12, 2024

At Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research (EMECR), we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone. We believe that all users, regardless of their abilities, should be able to access and interact with the information and services we provide.

Our Commitment

We strive to adhere to the best practices and standards as defined by the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. Our ongoing efforts to improve accessibility are guided by the following principles:

• Inclusivity: We aim to create an inclusive online environment where all individuals, including those with disabilities, have equal access to our content and services.
• Usability: We focus on making our website user-friendly and intuitive, ensuring that it can be navigated easily by everyone.
• Transparency: We are open about our accessibility efforts and welcome feedback to continually enhance the user experience.

Accessibility Features

• Alternative Text: Images on our site include descriptive alt text to support screen readers.
• Keyboard Navigation: Our website is designed to be fully navigable via keyboard inputs.
• Readable Text: We use clear fonts and maintain a high contrast between text and background to improve readability.
• Responsive Design: Our site is optimized for various devices, ensuring a seamless experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile phones.
• Video and Audio Content: Where applicable, we provide captions or transcripts for multimedia content.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are continually working to improve our site. We regularly review our website and seek to update and enhance accessibility features based on user feedback and technological advancements.

DISCLAIMER

The information provided on Equitable Medicaid and Clinical Research (EMECR) website (emecr.org) is for general informational purposes only. All information on the site is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information on the site.

Medical Disclaimer

• Not Medical Advice: The content on this website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
• No Doctor-Patient Relationship: Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and any of the physicians or healthcare providers affiliated with EMECR.

Research Disclaimer

• Information Accuracy: While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about clinical research and trials, EMECR does not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of this information. Clinical research is continually evolving, and information may change over time.
• Participant Responsibility: Participation in clinical research studies is voluntary. Prospective participants should thoroughly review all information provided by study organizers and consult with their healthcare providers before enrolling in any study.

External Links Disclaimer

• Third-Party Websites: The EMECR website may contain links to other websites or content belonging to or originating from third parties. Such external links are not investigated, monitored, or checked for accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness by us.
• No Endorsement: We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for the accuracy or reliability of any information offered by third-party websites linked through our site.

Limitation of Liability

• Use at Your Own Risk: Your use of the site and your reliance on any information on the site is solely at your own risk. EMECR will not be liable for any errors or omissions in the information provided on the site or for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of the use of the site.
• No Warranties: EMECR provides the site and its contents on an “as is” and “as available” basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

Updates to This Disclaimer

We may update this disclaimer from time to time in order to reflect changes to our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our disclaimers.